Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover Victoria and Butchart Gardens from Vancouver on an easy full-day tour with round-trip transportation, BC Ferries tickets, Butchart Gardens admission, and a professional guide included. Start with pickup from select downtown Vancouver hotels, then travel to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal for a scenic 90-minute BC Ferries sailing through the Gulf Islands. Enjoy coastal views from the deck and watch for marine wildlife along the way. On Vancouver Island, visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada with 55 acres of themed gardens, including the Sunken Garden, Japanese Garden, Rose Garden, and Italian Garden. Continue to Victoria, British Columbia’s capital, for free time to explore the Inner Harbour, Government Street, Chinatown, the Parliament Buildings, and the Fairmont Empress Hotel. An included downloadable Inner Harbour walking tour helps you make the most of your visit before returning by ferry and coach to Vancouver.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Guests may redeem voucher at the Welcome Kiosk at Canada Place. Please arrive 30 minutes before departure time.

Pickup Information

Hotel pick-up is available from most downtown Vancouver hotels. If your hotel is not listed, please select the closest available location. Please be ready at your selected pick-up point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time. Late arrivals may not be allowed to join the tour and will not receive a refund Luggage transfer services and drop-offs at Vancouver International Airport are not included in this tour.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Vancouver Downtown
Departure from downtown Vancouver to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal to board BC Ferries. Included is all transportation by coach.
2. BC Ferries
Enjoy a 90-minute ferry ride between Vancouver and Victoria. Sail through the serene beauty of the Gulf Islands. Marine wildlife sightings from the outdoor ship decks are common, especially eagles, sea lions and whales.
Duration: 90 mins
3. The Butchart Gardens
Arrive at Swartz Bay terminal on Vancouver Island and continue to the enchanting botanical paradise of Butchart Gardens. Wander through a series of themed gardens, highlighted by the massive Sunken Garden and dancing fountain. The gardens have been designated a National Historic Site of Canada.
Duration: 120 mins
4. Inner Harbour
Spend 2.5 hours in Victoria seeing the architectural wonders, including the iconic Parliament Buildings and the waterfront Fairmont Empress Hotel. Visit the unique shops and cafes of Government Street and Chinatown. Stroll along the Inner Harbour for prime ocean views and enjoy some free time to take in this culturally significant city. We allow ample free time in Victoria to explore.
Duration: 120 mins
5. Victoria (Swartz Bay) Ferry Terminal
Later in the afternoon, return to Vancouver onboard BC Ferries once again.
Duration: 90 mins
6. Vancouver Downtown
Return to downtown Vancouver (or surrounding area) this evening.

Inclusion

Admission to Butchart Gardens with free time

Vancouver's most trusted tour operator with 40+ years of experience

Guided sightseeing in Vancouver and Victoria

Roundtrip BC Ferries cruise

Select downtown Vancouver pickup and drop-off

Downloadable Inner Harbour walking tour

Roundtrip transportation from Vancouver

Free time in downtown Victoria

Professional driver and guide

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Luggage transfer

Airport drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guests may activate ticket in Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff

With 40+ years of experience, Westcoast Sightseeing is Vancouver’s most trusted tour operator

Supplied by Big Bus Vancouver / Westcoast Sightseeing

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